Louis R Corpus Christi , TX May 14, 2016 Appliance: Samsung Refrigerator RFG293HAWP/XAA-0000 The refrigerator was building up ice on the evaporator to the point that it was interfering with the cooling fan I replaced the temperature sensor, the thermo fuse, and the heating element that thaws the evaporator on a cycle to keep the evaporator from freezing up. The most time consuming part of the repair was waiting for the fridge to thaw out so that I could remove the cover. I disconnected the fridge the night before and placed a fan on low with the doors open so that it was thawed out when I awoke. It was easy to remove the evaporator cover once I removed all of the shelves. I took pics as i was removing everything to make sure I plugged everything back in its correct location. Be careful to straighten any cooling fins that get bent and make sure the shroud around the heating element is back in place closely around the heating element. Hope this helps someone else. Read More... 70 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers
Arnold K Punta Gorda , FL November 08, 2018 Appliance: Model RF20HFENBSP/AA (0000) Water and ice build up inside the refrigerator Knowing from a previous repair, that there was only 3 parts that could be bad. I decided if I was going to take it apart to change all 3. Not having the proper test equipment, it was cheaper to replace the 3 parts than pay a repair person. Read More... 17 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Scott T Sonora , CA April 13, 2015 Appliance: Samsung Refrigerator RF217ACBP/XAA Samsung model rf217acbp refrigerator coils were not defrosting and freezing up fan was rubbing ice and making noise Removed access panel in rear of refrigerator area and discoved cooling coils covered in ice. Tested the Thermo Fuse, and it tested open, also tested defrost heater and it tested fine. Replaced Thermo Fuse part with a new one, defrosting cycle now works fine! Read More... 11 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Brad F Maynard , MN September 26, 2019 Appliance: Samsung Refrigerator RF18HFENBSP/AA-00 Samsung refrigerator freezing up evaporator First of all thanks to Wendee for all her help. I had called Samsung about my issue asked them if there was a heater to defrost the evaporator they told me no there wasn't. That's when I contacted Appliance parts pros who I found on google. Chatted with Wendee and she walked me through the problem I was having. Ordered heater, thermal fuse, and temp sensor replaced all three and frig are working as it should thanks again for all your help. Read More... 8 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers
Robert A Baytown , TX January 03, 2017 Appliance: Samsung Refrigerator RFG293HABP/XAA-0000 Ice build up so much it stopped the fan Ordered new temp sensor, fuse and fuse mounting bracket. Tested the resistance thru the heating element first, which was ok. Found no resistance thru fuse, so I replaced fuse, bracket and temp sensor since it was disassembled anyway. Make certain sensor is secure and making good contact. Hardest part was getting ice melted enough to remove the cover. Used a hair drier and a lot of patience. Read More... 5 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers